Private Historic Lima & Larco Museum
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 8 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Private Historic Lima & Larco Museum worth booking?
Private Historic Lima & Larco Museum is a 6-hour experience in Lima, Peru, from $159 per person. It scores 61 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 8 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 61 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (8)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $159 per person
If you enjoy architecture and history and are limited on time, this is the tour for you! From grand plazas, palaces and cathedrals to unique pre-Colombian artifacts, we'll cover it all in just six short hours. A walking
What you get
About this experience
If you enjoy architecture and history and are limited on time, this is the tour for you! From grand plazas, palaces and cathedrals to unique pre-Colombian artifacts, we'll cover it all in just six short hours. A walking tour of Lima's colonial streets along with a tour of the infamous Catacombs below the San Francisco Convent will get us started. We'll combine this with an extensive visit to the best recognized private collection of antiquities in Lima, the Larco Museum, to leave you with a very good introduction to the fascinating history of Peru.
What's included
Included
- Professional Licensed Local Guide
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (from districts of San Isidro, Miraflores & Barranco - all others please see: Exclusions)
- Private tour
- Transport by private vehicle
Not included
- Gratuities
- Lunch at Larco Museum Cafe
What you'll see and do
Plaza San Martin
Our first stop on the historic city-center portion of our tour. Here we recognize one of Peru's most well-known liberators, Jose de San Martin.
10 minutes here
Plaza de Armas (Plaza Mayor)
Here we will spend a few minutes in the heart of Lima. The Plaza de Armas is home to the Presidential Palace, Arch Bishop's Palace, Cathedral and Municipal buildings and can oftentimes be a lively place filled with people and various forms of entertainment.
30 minutes here
Museo Convento San Francisco y Catacumbas
Also known as the St. Francis Monastery in English, the church and convent were added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1991. The site contains a world-renown library with about 25,000 antique texts and in the catacombs beneath it is estimated that this same number of people were laid to rest. Today you can explore the once hidden passages and observe the uniquely displayed remains of first Limeños.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Museo Larco
Built atop a seventh century pyramid, this vice-royal mansion is a site to see with its beautifully cared for gardens; you will find yourself snapping photos of the grounds as much so as the relics inside. The portion of the tour consists of captivating history, a 45,000-piece store of antiquities and an intriguing erotic collection (this room can be left out if touring with younger children.) Afterwards we will have time to enjoy a delicious lunch surrounded by colorful gardens on the outdoor patio of the museum cafe.
150 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Options you can book
Tour From Hotel
Tour from Hotel: Tour as outlined in Activity Summary with a free pick-up from a hotel in the districts of San Isidro, Miraflores or Barranco. Pickup included
From Airport or Port of Callao
Private Pick-Up: Airport: Flight information is required. Port: Contact local agency to coordinate pick-up location. Passenger van or sedan Pick-Up from Airport Hotel: Choose if pick-up is from Grand Costa Del Sol or Holiday Inn Airport. Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- pt, en, it, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Integrity Tourism
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 8 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Small groups
3 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
8 verified traveler reviews for Private Historic Lima & Larco Museum. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Amazing Lima tour
We had an amazing historical tour of Lima today with Marco. He was incredibly professional, knowledgeable, accommodating, and friendly, which made the whole experience even more enjoyable. Our driver, Coqui, was fantastic as well—he handled Lima’s busy and sometimes complicated roads with ease, so we could just relax and take everything in. Visiting the Larco Museum was a highlight, and lunch at the museum café exceeded our expectations. Overall, it was a wonderful experience and a great way to explore Lima’s rich history. Highly recommend!
Response from the operator: Here’s a polished version that keeps **your warm, appreciative, personal tone** and matches the style of your published responses on Viator: --- Thank you so much for sharing your experience with the traveling world. Having a guide who is not only knowledgeable but also genuinely friendly makes all the difference, and it’s exactly why we choose our team so carefully. Those qualities turn a good tour into a truly memorable one. Coqui is indeed a top‑notch driver, and he will be thrilled to hear how impressed you were with his skills and professionalism. Thank you again for your heartfelt recommendation — it means so much to us.
via Tripadvisor
Excellent Tour of Historic Lima
Excellent tour of historic downtown Lima & Larco Museum! Edgar was kind and very knowledgeable about Lima, Peru and all of the sites we visited. Jorge did a great job getting us around the city in the infamous Lima traffic! Highly recommend this tour with Integrity!
Response from the operator: Thank you for this wonderful review. We’re delighted to hear that your day exploring historic Lima and the Larco Museum was such a memorable experience. Edgar will be thrilled to know his knowledge and kindness stood out, and Jorge will certainly appreciate the recognition for navigating Lima’s legendary traffic with such skill. We truly appreciate your recommendation and send our warmest wishes on behalf of our entire team here at Integrity Tourism.
via Tripadvisor
Private Day Tour in Lima!
Nataly, our tour guide, was amazing. She was waiting with a sign upon our arrival spot. We started in Miraflores and Love Park. Nataly is incredible knowledgeable and interesting. We stopped at the pyramids and it was so interesting to learn about the history. We were dropped off in the historic district and even saw the changing of the guards. Made a few extra stops looking for tee-shirts...Nataly was so accommodating. Our next adventure was lunch at the Larco Museum. Lunch was beyond delicious and beautiful. Having our own personal guide through the museum was a highlight. We learned the history and now understand more about various artifacts. It was the perfect about of information. Then we headed to the Chorrillos Area - overlooking the entire city. It was spectacular! The tour was perfect amount of time, perfect amount of information, driver was always there and ready to pick us up. Highly suggest this tour!
Response from the operator: We work hard to make every part of the experience stand out — from greeting you with a personalized sign to crafting an itinerary that flows perfectly. Nothing is ever overlooked. It sounds like Nathaly brought all those details together beautifully and left you with a memorable impression of Lima!
via Tripadvisor
Exceptional tour and guide of Lima
We did a 6 hour private tour with Nathaly and Hector, our driver. Best team and tour ever on Viator. Nathaly was so well read about the history of Lima. She took is through every area of Lima to give is the full experience. We toured the Larco Museum as our last stop and had an excellent Peruvian meal at the restaurant The atmosphere, food and decor are worth making a reservation and adding to your tour. Nathaly even made the time for a gelato stop at Blu as she knew we were both craving gelato. Highly recommend this company integrity and Nathaly. She is full pf knowledge, speaks English fluently and is a lovely person.
Response from the operator: What a truly wonderful review — thank you so much for your kind words! It was absolutely our pleasure to coordinate all of those special details in advance and create a day that perfectly matched your interests. We’re thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed your time with Nathaly and Hector. They truly are a fantastic team, and we’re so glad Nathaly’s passion for Lima’s history, along with those thoughtful touches — from the Larco Museum to a delicious Peruvian meal and even a gelato stop at Blu — made your experience so memorable. Providing personalized, meaningful experiences is always our goal, and it means the world to know we delivered that for you. We sincerely appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back to Lima again someday!
via Viator
Best guide and drivers ever
We had the best guides and drivers when we travel in Peru! They let us feel very comfortable and always know what we need. Definitely will come back with their service!
Response from the operator: Thank you, Samantha, for your kind review of our services. We are so glad that Maricarmen and Jorge made your day with us just perfect! We look forward to having you with us again sometime in the future. Best regards!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $159 to $399
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 3
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 61
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Historic Lima & Larco Museum: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Lima.
How much does Private Historic Lima & Larco Museum cost?
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Prices start at $159 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Lima usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Historic Lima & Larco Museum take?
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Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Lima is not rushed.
Is Private Historic Lima & Larco Museum worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 61 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 8 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Lima, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Historic Lima & Larco Museum?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private Historic Lima & Larco Museum suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Historic Lima & Larco Museum?
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Around 3 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Lima can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Lima and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Historic Lima & Larco Museum start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Lima within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Lima?
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On Outty we rank every Lima experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Premium Paracas & Huacachina Day Trip from Lima with Sunset Toast, Paracas and Huacachina Exclusive Sunset Picnic Tour, Paracas & Huacachina Premium Experience from Lima. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Lima?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Lima?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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